Dipping a piece of baguette in it imparts a delightful taste to the bread. I am, of course, referring to olive oil. I discovered I like to dip crusty bread in the stuff at a fine restaurant a few ...

The idea of a working holiday might not instantly appeal - but when it's olive picking in the South of France - you probably want to think again. Especially when the reward comes in the golden form of ...

Virgin olive oil is obtained from the olive only, in conditions which do not alter the oil in any way. It is pure fruit juice, so to speak. It also meets a set of chemical standards. Extra virgin is ...